COERVER HISTORY
In the late 1970’s, Dutch European Championship winning coach Wiel Coerver led a revolution in soccer coaching. He was dissatisfied with the lack of individual skills and emphasis on defensive play in the professional game; an emphasis that many thought, was stifling the more exciting , attacking style of play necessary to score goals and attract fans.

In 1984, inspired by Wiel Coerver’s philosophy, Alfred Galustian and Charlie Cooke founded what is now known around the world as Coerver Coaching.

Up to that point, little attention had been given to individual skill development, because no one knew quite how to teach these skills. It was also, then, widely assumed that the great players of the game were innately gifted far beyond the capabilities of the average player.  Coerver’s early focus was on teaching Ball Mastery and 1v1 skills by encouraging players to emulate the "moves" of soccer’s all time greats, such as Sir Stanley Matthews, Cryuff, Beckenbauer and Pele.

Since then, Coerver Coaching has become a Global Soccer Education Network with operations in 25 countries.  Since its start over 1 million players and thousands of Coaches have attended Coerver Programs all over the World.

Today, and coming on 30 years running, Coerver Coaching is widely recognized as the World’s leading Skills Teaching Program, especially suited to players between 5 - 16 years old and the Coaches and Teachers who work with these age groups. (Taken from Coerver Coaching History - Copyright 2010)

RIPTIDE SC "Preseason Training Camp"

Each team will participate in a Preseason Team Training Camp.  This camp will give all Riptide SC players the opportunity to prepare for the upcoming season.  The camp curriculum will include:  Individual Tactical Training, Team Tactical Training, and comprehensive testing.

To download the flyer, click here.

March 20
This weekend Jayden Cunningham who plays for the GU14 team was involved in a serious car crash along with her mother Alisa, and her sisters Logan and Taylor.  They are all currently in the hospital receiving treatment for injuries received. We believe that Alisa, Jayden (who is undergoing surgery today) and Logan are stable but that Taylor is in the ICU.  Please remember them and her father Will and brother Dallas in your thoughts and prayers at what is a very difficult time. 

March 21
Jayden had surgery yesterday for a fractured neck, shoulder and tailbone and is due to be put in a halo today. She has been in contact with team members of the GU14 via text. We wish her a speedy and successful recovery as we do Alisa, Logan and Taylor whilst we all continue to keep the entire Cunningham family in our thoughts and prayers. Please note that the medical staff have asked that all well wishers refrain from visiting the hospital so as to aid them in their recovery process.

The following website has the latest updates for the Cunningham Family:

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/cunninghamfamily

March 22
Jayden's teammates on the GU14 got together to present a blanket featuring Jayden with the team to remind her that they are all thinking of her. In addition, at the suggestion of Kambrya Goldstein (the current team captain) she was also presented with the Captain's armband and Coach Michael has made her his assistant coach for the forthcoming season.  Way to go team!

The final proved to be a great test for both teams as they battled back and forth the majority of the game. Both teams created a number of chances throughout the match, but with about 7 minutes left in regulation Hailey Brockett broke the deadlock finishing off Jayden Cunningham’s cross from the left flank to put Riptide up 1-0. After taking the lead the girls withstood the last push from FC Heat in the closing minutes of the game. As the final whistle blew the girls celebrated their first Presidio Cup Championship and a great team accomplishment to end the season. Many thanks to all the parents and Riptide families for the tremendous support all year long!

We are creating a database of volunteers.  If you can step up and offer a helping hand, please take a moment to fill out our onlineVOLUNTEER FORM (click here) and indicate your area of interest.  Any and all questions can be directed to Alicia Mascarenas, aliciariptide@gmail.com.  Thank you so much for you consideration of this vital support role.

NEXT MEETING, April 3rd

General Board Meetings are open to all Riptide SC and PLSA families.  Attending the general board meeting is a great way to get to know the board of directors and the Directors of Coaching, see what is involved in running a youth soccer organization, find out how you can help and to voice your concerns in an open forum.  Come to our meetings and make a contribution towards our goal of providing the best youth soccer experience in Point Loma!

• WHEN:  First Wednesday of every month
• TIME:  7:00 PM
• WHERE:  Pacific Sotheby’s in Liberty Station, 2850 Womble Rd, Ste 102